Engineer I

TPI Global Solutions; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Global Solutions in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Engineer I – Project Execution to support natural gas pipeline capital projects through engineering, planning, construction coordination, and closeout. You will review drawings, perform calculations, monitor budgets, and coordinate with contractors and field personnel to ensure safe, timely delivery.

The role requires 2–4 years of experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work across engineering teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited program; Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of engineering, utility infrastructure, construction management, project execution, or related experience.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and technical evaluations with standard tools and software.
• Experience interpreting drawings, specs, and applicable codes.
• Strong project coordination, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations, analyses, and evaluations to support pipeline design and project execution.
• Review drawings, plans, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with standards.
• Evaluate natural gas system capacity, pressure requirements, and operational needs as required.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and material orders.
• Assess field conditions and proposed changes, evaluating impacts on safety, design, cost, and schedule.
• Support planning, design, construction, and closeout across assigned projects.
• Prepare bid packages and assist contractor evaluations and selection.
• Coordinate kickoff meetings, schedules, resource planning, and readiness.
• Monitor contractor performance, construction activities, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate contractor, inspector, and field resource assignments.
• Support permitting activities and coordination with municipalities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders.
• Support field change orders and contract modifications.
• Identify and resolve engineering and construction issues and escalate when needed.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Technical analysis

Project coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Oracle

Engineering software

Job description

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (Hybrid)

Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with frequent travel to field locations and construction sites

Job Overview

We are seeking an Engineer I – Project Execution to support natural gas pipeline capital projects through engineering, project planning, construction coordination, and project closeout. This role involves performing engineering calculations, reviewing technical drawings, coordinating contractors, monitoring project schedules and budgets, and resolving engineering and construction-related issues.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of engineering or infrastructure project experience, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, field personnel, and other stakeholders to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering and Technical Support

• Perform engineering calculations, technical analyses, and evaluations to support pipeline design and project execution.
• Review engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Evaluate natural gas system capacity, pressure requirements, and operational needs as required.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and material orders.
• Assess field conditions and proposed construction changes and evaluate their impacts on safety, design, cost, and schedule.

Project Planning and Construction Coordination

• Support assigned projects throughout planning, design, construction, and closeout.
• Prepare bid packages and assist with contractor evaluations and selection.
• Coordinate construction kickoff meetings, project schedules, resource planning, and construction readiness.
• Monitor contractor performance, construction activities, schedules, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate contractor, inspector, and field resource assignments.
• Support permitting activities and coordinate with municipalities and permitting authorities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, contractors, inspectors, environmental representatives, property owners, and other stakeholders.
• Support field change orders, purchase order management, and contract modifications.
• Identify and resolve engineering and construction issues, escalating concerns when necessary.

Project Controls and Documentation

• Track project progress, budgets, forecasts, schedules, and key milestones.
• Identify project risks, assess potential impacts, and coordinate mitigation plans.
• Communicate project status, technical issues, risks, and schedule impacts to stakeholders and project leadership.
• Maintain engineering calculations, technical decisions, approved changes, construction records, and project documentation.
• Coordinate project closeout, record management, and required system updates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering program. Preferred disciplines include Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or a related engineering field.
• 2–4 years of experience in engineering, utility infrastructure, construction management, project execution, or construction projects.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and technical evaluations using standard engineering tools and software.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, technical documents, and applicable codes.
• Strong project coordination, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Oracle, and other engineering or project management applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with natural gas distribution systems, pipeline construction, utility infrastructure, or related projects.
• Knowledge of natural gas system design, pressure regulation, pipeline construction, and utility operations.
• Experience with gas network modeling or hydraulic analysis software.
• Familiarity with permitting, municipal coordination, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience coordinating contractors and supporting capital project delivery.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work arrangement based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
• Approximately 30% office-based work and 70% travel to field locations, construction sites, and other offices.
• Exposure to active construction and utility work environments.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field settings.